Opinion
Sound Off: Democrats holding fast to avoid a health care crisis
Employers are bracing for the largest annual increase in health care costs in 15 years.
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From Point No Point to Deception Pass: During Whidbey visit, Governor discusses existential threat to democracy
He got right to the point. We are in an existential struggle with a federal government…
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Sound Off: There are reasons big businesses may not come to city
I came very close to opening a Cinnabon/Auntie Anne’s/Jamba Juice combo.
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Sound Off: SPiN Cafe relies on collaboration to support clients
As a case manager at SPiN Cafe, I wanted to weigh in on what was stated in a…
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Take a Breath: Shop owner creates a warm, welcoming space
And thanks to people like Naomi Schneider, it keeps on paying itself forward.
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Sound Off: Regenerative tourism helps economy, preserves what matters
Regenerative tourism adds generally compatible diversity to visitor opportunities.
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From Point No Point to Deception Pass: Life on Whidbey is a rich tapestry of humanity
The Goose Grocer recently announced an essay contest on the theme of Whidbey community. Here is mine
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What We’re Seeing: County’s tourism board has gone off the rails
I’m Allen McPheeters, executive director of the Voter Interests Project.
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Rockin’ a Hard Place: Taos and Whidbey share different but special love for art and artists
A trip to Taos made clear the artistic similarities and differences between it and Whidbey Island.
Opinion
On Our Opinion: Opinion page can improve with more opinions
We received an angry email from a reader who was upset by the number of letters from liberals.
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Sound Off: Mesothelioma registry will improve veteran life expectancy
In Island County alone, 129 residents have died due to asbestos exposure during the same period.